1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Potiphar's Wife Accusing Joseph is a 1512 ink by Lucas van Leyden, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is an engraving of a scene from the Bible, where Potiphar's wife accuses Joseph of wrongdoing. In the foreground, a woman points at a man, while other figures look on. The scene is set in a room with a large window, and the characters are dressed in Renaissance-style clothing. The engraving features intricate details and textures, with cross-hatching used to create depth and shading. The artist's use of light and shadow adds drama to the scene, highlighting the emotions of the characters. This engraving is a great example of the Renaissance style, and you can learn more about it by exploring the works of Lucas van Leyden.
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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